(Elena's POV)

Our deep but significant conversation fascinated Marion. He has forgotten that it's been over an hour since he declared his intention to leave. However, not long after that, he declared his intention to leave for a second time.

"I think it's high time I hit the road, Elena. I promise you on a good day, we will figure this out. We can take a walk in the forest if you don't mind. Perhaps, anything could happen. We may find your father and both of you can escape and secure the Mother-Ring Of-powers."

"Thank you so, much, Marion!" I thanked him with tears of joy drifting down my eyes....